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Minister for Education and Youth Helen McEntee of Fine Gael is in Killarney for the Joint Managerial Body (JMB) conference which is taking place in the Europe Hotel. JMB represents voluntary secondary schools. Jerry asked her about current issues in education. He also asked her the decision by NAMA chief Brendan McDonagh from Killorglin who no longer wishes to be considered for the role of CEO of the Government's new Housing Activation Office, the so-called housing tsar role. The opposition has been critical of reports that had he taken up the position, he would still retain his NAMA salary of around €430,000

CeADAR, Ireland's Centre for AI, will visit Kerry next month to host an information and networking event for companies and public sector organisations aiming to transform their operations with Artificial Intelligence. The technology hub is offering the free event as part of its EDIH for AI Programme, an initiative to provide data science expertise and resources to support start-ups, small and medium-sized enterprises, and public sector organisations, as they seek to digitalise their operations in pursuit of greater productivity, competitiveness, and sustainability. The event will take place at the RDI Hub in Killorglin, Co. Kerry, on Thursday, May 1, from 1pm until 2pm. Attendees will hear how organisations can access CeADAR's fully funded EDIH for AI services, including digital maturity assessments and advisory services, specialist training and upskilling, and prototype development and testing. Speakers will outline a range of case studies across sectors that illustrate outcomes from past collaborations, while the event will also provide an opportunity for attendees to meet with CeADAR's data science team to discuss their specific business needs and understand how AI can be used to respond to those challenges. The EDIH is a €700m European initiative comprising more than 150 tech hubs across 30 countries. CeADAR's selection as the EDIH for AI in Ireland came with an initial funding boost of €6 million over three years. The award is jointly supported by the EU and the Government of Ireland through Enterprise Ireland. CeADAR CEO John Lonsdale will be attending the event along with EDIH Programme Manager Laura Plunkett and other EDIH staff. EDIH Programme Manager Laura Plunkett says: "We're delighted to collaborate with the RDI Hub in Killorglin on this event, and look forward to hosting start-ups, SMEs and PSOs for an afternoon of information sharing and networking. Events such as this are vital to our mission, to empower Irish organisations to explore and experiment with AI and drive digital transformation in Ireland." CeADAR CEO John Lonsdale says: "EDIH for AI events such as this hosted at the RDI Hub on May 1 provide Irish enterprise and public sector workers with the information and contacts necessary to transform their operations. While innovations in technology are making domestic and international business more competitive than ever before, they also provide significant opportunities for start-ups and SMEs to scale quickly, and for public sector organisations to streamline their processes to maximise their efficiency. CeADAR is delighted to be playing a central role in this mission, and we look forward to hosting more EDIH for AI events in the future." RDI Hub CEO Liam Cronin says: "We are proud to welcome CeADAR to the RDI Hub on Thursday May 1 and we are looking forward to the insights and case studies on how AI can enhance performance, strategy, and engagement. The RDI Hub has a strong connection with AI, fostering a collaborative environment where entrepreneurs and innovators can harness cutting-edge technology to drive progress in various sectors. Our mission is to position the South West of Ireland as a global leader in technology and innovation, and the collaboration with CeADAR is testament to that vision." See more stories here.

Kerry cyclist Gene Mangan, who made history by winning the 1955 Rás Tailteann at just 18, died last week. The Killorglin man was an extraordinarily gifted cyclist who remained deeply involved in promoting the sport and nurturing talent. Treasa spoke to Dr Tom Daly is the president of Cycling Ireland, former secretary of Killarney Cycling Club and author of The Rás: The Story of Ireland’s Unique Bike Race.

David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions joins Jerry on the first Friday of the month to answer your home heating and energy conservation questions. The feature is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

€250 million in capital flowed through the RDI Hub for startups and scaling companies in the southwest region. €1M Smart Regions AI Navigator Programme: Partnering with Enterprise Ireland, RDI Hub launched a €1 million programme to help SMEs adopt AI solutions. RDI Hub celebrates its five-year anniversary as €250 million in capital flows to its members. Photo credit Don McMonagle. L-R Minister Norma Foley, Bertie Murphy, Chief Strategy Officer Fexco, Anna Savage, Fexco Group CFO, Neil Hosty, Fexco Group CEO, Denis McCarthy, Chairman at Fexco and Liam Cronin CEO RDI Hub. RDI Hub celebrates its five-year anniversary Impact over 5 years In the five years since its inception, the RDI Hub has become a pivotal player in the evolving innovation landscape across Ireland. The RDI Hub has seen over €250m in capital flow through to be invested in its members to establish and grow their business. In addition, other key findings from the RDI Hub Impact Report include: 97 member companies have been supported through the RDI Hub since it opened in 2020 These companies have created and supported over 430 jobs 70 new products and services have been launched by RDI Hub companies Over 10,000 people have attended RDI Hub training programmes, including the AI Summer School, NDRC, and Skillnet Innovation Exchange Providing STEM education to over 500 female secondary school students in Munster in 2024. EI and RDI Hub announce a €1m Smart Regions AI Navigator Programme Partnering with Enterprise Ireland, RDI Hub announced the €1 million Smart Regions AI Navigator programme, which will enable SMEs to adopt and implement artificial intelligence solutions. The Smart Regions AI Navigator programme is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the Southern, Eastern & Midland Regional Programme 2021-2027. Over the next three years, the programme will deliver AI masterclasses, strategic workshops, training days, and wraparound consultancy services to equip Irish businesses with the tools to thrive and engage in peer-learning in an AI-driven landscape. The programme is live and RDI hub, Portershed and Greentech HQ are delighted to announce that leading companies within the manufacturing and engineering sectors are currently taking part in the programme. Growing our network in a virtual world The RDI Hub Digital Community, launched in March 2024, offers global virtual mentorship and resources for tech startups. It connects mentors, entrepreneurs, and innovators with coaching and upskilling opportunities. This virtual community will expand across international markets, deepening relationships and opportunities across the global innovation ecosystem. The evolving Fexco and RDI Hub Partnership This impact report marks the fifth anniversary of the Hub's partnership with Fexco, highlighting ongoing investment and support. To date, Fexco has provided the 17,000 sq. ft. facility, mentorship programs, and financial backing for STEM education initiatives. The latest of which is the STEM Passport for Inclusion, run in association with the RDI Hub, Maynooth University, Microsoft and Munster Technological University, which provided 500 female post-primary students with access to STEM education in Munster in 2024. Marking the 5th Anniversary The RDI Hub's fifth anniversary was celebrated at an event at their offices in Killorglin, Co Kerry with stakeholders from the innovation ecosystem in attendance, including RDI Hub partners Fexco, Munster Technological University, and Kerry County Council. Minister Norma Foley will deliver the keynote address, highlighting the importance of AI in shaping Ireland's future. The event will also feature panel discussions with industry leaders, including Kevin Marshall (Microsoft), Bronagh Riordan (EY), Joseph Walsh (Munster Technological University), John Kelleher (ADAPT Research Centre), and Andreea Wade (Delta Partners), as well as examples of AI use cases from Irish businesses such as TLI, Energywise, O'Ca...

It's not easy to become a major player in technology when you're miles from the big urban centres but that's what Fexco has done in Killorglin in Co Kerry. Today the Fexco-owned RDI hub or research, development and innovation hub marks its 5th anniversary. It has channelled €250m in investment and created a regional hub in the South West of the country. Today it launched a new regional community alongside Enterprise Ireland. Liam Cronin is the chief executive with Fexco's RDI Hub in Killorglin joined Joe on the show this morning.

Fire fighters spent over seven hours battling a gorse fire in South Kerry last night and it’s understood the fire broke out Monday afternoon in the Castlequin and Cloghanelinaghan areas of Cahersiveen. The fire service was called to control the fire and members of the Cahersiveen and Killorglin crews attended the scene just after 9.30pm. Jerry spoke to Hugh Horgan, whose home was very close to the fire and Alan Landers, who witnessed the fire.

David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions joins Jerry on the first Friday of the month to answer your home heating and energy conservation questions. The feature is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

160 pupils as well as staff had to evacuate Cullina National School after a fire broke shortly before lunchtime yesterday. Two units from Killorglin and Killarney fire stations attended the scene at the primary school in Beaufort. Jery spoke to principal Leona Twiss.

Jerry spoke to Fiola Foley from Killorglin who’s an experience skier. She took advantage of the weather this week to ski on the mountain range. https://www.facebook.com/reel/471485159073953

David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions, Glenbeigh joins Jerry on the first Friday of the month to answer your home heating and energy conservation questions. The feature is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

On the first Friday of the month, David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions answers your home heating and energy conservation questions. The slot is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

221+, the patient support group for the women and families affected by the past failings of CervicalCheck screening service, has unveiled a unique and moving tribute to the lives and experiences of those impacted. Jerry spoke to 221+ member, Lyn Fenton from Killorglin. To find out more, visit https://www.theforestthatwontforget.ie/

Today's guest is Liam Cronin, CEO at RDI Hub. In this episode, Mark and Liam discuss the upcoming 5th International John McCarthy AI Summer School, with this year's theme focusing on AI for Sports. The event will take place this week on September 12th and 13th in Killorglin, County Kerry, and will also be available remotely for attendees. Topics include: A history of the AI Summer School focusing on diverse industry themes This year's theme with a focus on AI in sports and spectatorship Highlighting athlete performance, injury prevention and gender differences Day two's focus on AI for personalized fan experiences An AI centre of excellence offering training, strategy and support How to attend/register and the sponsors that make it all happen

David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions answers your home heating and energy conservation questions. The monthly slot is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

Last Thursday, unions representing part-timer firefighters – known as retained firefighters – and Government representatives met to consider pay increases proposed by the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC). Jerry spoke to Damian Quigg who’s a retained firefighter from Killorglin.

In this episode we are chatting with L Meredith and fellow lover of all things Ireland. Both our stories are set in the Emerald Isle. L. (Laura) Meredith is a contemporary romance author hailing from beautiful Canada. She writes stories with characters you can relate to, book boyfriends you can fall in love with, some spice, and a guaranteed HEA! When she's not writing you can find Laura pursuing her other creative endeavours such as baking, knitting, embroidery, and her many attempts to learn how to crochet!IG: @lmeredith.books Threads: @lmeredith.booksAmazon: https://www.amazon.ca/L-Meredith/e/B0BWFRG4DY/ref=dp_byline_cont_ebooks_1KILLORGLINhttps://www.amazon.ca/Killorglin-L-Meredith/dp/B0BXNMR5YX/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1681402120&sr=8-1A VERY KILLORGLIN CHRISTMAShttps://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0CM2B7FOR THE LOVE OF ARThttps://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0CVLDWQ2K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=JGOCH3O8HWSZ&keywords=For+the+Love+of+art+L.+Meredith&qid=1707836637&sprefix=for+the+love+of+art+l+meredith,aps,297&sr=8-1Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/160632169-l-meredithAbout Victoria:Hi I'm Victoria a writer & developmental editor. I LOVE supporting sensitive authors write their dream novel. I'm currently writing my debut novel With You I Glow, a rom com centred around Elle's journey navigating anxiety, love and loss in Ireland.Go from daydreaming about writing a book to a finished first draft.Guess what? You don't need to have a fancy degree in creative writing or be an amazing speller (hi, it's me). You've come to the right place if you're a creative mind (like me) wanting to write your first draft with confidence. IG: www.instagram.com/editsbyvictoriaWebsite: https://victoriajaneeditorial.com

The fifth international John McCarthy AI Summer School event will take place on the 12th and 13th of September 2024. This year's theme is AI for Sport Minister Dara Calleary announced the launch of the fifth John McCarthy AI Summer School, themed 'AI for Sport' in the RDI hub on Friday 28th of June. Sport is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by technological advancements with data at its core. For professional athletes, data analytics offer critical insights that can significantly enhance performance metrics. For fitness enthusiasts, data provides a systematic approach to monitor progress and achieve personal fitness objectives. For spectators, data enriches the understanding of live action, whether in the stadium, on the field, or on the screen. John McCarthy AI Summer School in Kerry The premise is both straightforward and compelling: enhanced knowledge leads to improved performance and enjoyment. The sophisticated tools and data analytics that enable the attainment of personal bests are now widely accessible, benefiting not only elite sportspeople but also the general public. We are delighted to announce that the following partners - RDI hub, Microsoft Ireland, Munster Technological University, the SFI ADAPT Centre for AI Driven Digital Content Technology, AI Ireland, along with new partners Red Chair Recruitment, Skillnet Innovation Exchange, Connected Hubs and Western Development Commission, will joint host a hybrid Artificial Intelligence Summer School event on the 12th and 13th of September 2023. This year's summer school will take a deep dive into the area of AI for Sport with both core and applied research tracks. With a stellar international lineup over two half days, this will be an unmissable event, including keynotes and panel discussions along with networking opportunities. The core research elements of this summer school will appeal to professors, post docs, PhD students, researchers and graduate students in the fields of AI, Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing. The applied elements have a broader appeal and are accessible to anyone with an interest in Artificial intelligence and the various way it can be deployed. The RDI hub building is dedicated to John McCarthy as a tribute to the Stanford University computer scientist. McCarthy was one of the founders of the discipline of artificial intelligence and his father was born in Cromane, near Killorglin in Co Kerry. In the late 1950s McCarthy invented LISP which became the programming language of choice for AI applications. AI has had a truly transformative effect on our lives in recent years, particularly with the advent of Generative AI. AI technology has risen to prominence in personalising the content we consume daily, such as customised sports highlights and tailored fitness advice. However, AI's potential in sports extends far beyond this. From enhancing player performance through data analytics to revolutionising fan engagement with interactive experiences, AI is set to redefine the sporting landscape. We look forward to discussing these diverse applications with our speaker panel. Our aim is that the John McCarthy AI Summer School will become a calendar moment for the development of AI and the sharing of knowledge. Every year we bring you a stellar international lineup of the best and brightest minds working in Artificial Intelligence. The full speaker list will be announced shortly. Minister Dara Calleary had this to say at the event launch: 'I am delighted to be here today in the RDI hub in Killorglin to announce the launch of the fifth John McCarthy AI Summer school, which will take place on September 12th and 13th. The AI summer school brings together the brightest minds in the field of Artificial Intelligence, across both core and applied research. We are excited to announce that this year's theme will be AI for Sport. The RDI hub has long been a centre of excellence in the field of Artificial Intelligence with its strong fo...

The Puck Fair, Ireland's longest-running festival kicks off in Killorglin, Co. Kerry tomorrow. Independent TD for Kerry Michael Healy Rae spoke to Newstalk Breakfast ahead of the Festival opening.

The Puck Fair, Ireland's longest-running festival kicks off in Killorglin, Co. Kerry tomorrow. Independent TD for Kerry Michael Healy Rae spoke to Newstalk Breakfast ahead of the Festival opening.

Killorglin rower Zoe Hyde, along with team-mate Alison Bergin, competed in this morning’s semi-finals of the Women’s Double Sculls. Unfortunately, they didn’t make it, finishing in fifth place. There’s great pride in Zoe’s achievements. Before Zoe’s race this morning, Tara O’Halloran, PRO of Tralee Rowing Club, spoke to Treasa Murphy about the talented and dedicated woman she knows.

Minister of State at the Department of Finance, Neale Richmond, is visiting Fexco in Killorglin and Killarney Credit Union today. Mark Lynch asked him about his visit, and other issues including the upcoming budget, public sector media funding, and President Biden’s announcement.

David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions answers your home heating and energy conservation questions on the first Friday of the month. The slot is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

Founded in 1981, Fexco is Ireland's most successful multinational financial and business solutions provider, operating in 29 countries and processing over €3bn in transactions annually. Yet, at heart, it is a family-owned business, proudly headquartered in Killorglin, Co Kerry, that values on curiosity, wellness and community impact.After almost 20 years working in the traditional banking sector, Anna Savage joined Fexco as Group CFO and immediately noticed the differences in the structures and culture that a family-owned business can bring. Anna was able to understand exactly why the company was set up, what the vision for the company is, and therefore what drives all of the decision making. That has empowered Anna to “make value added decisions for the company, but yet kept the ethos and the values that they see strong in place.”In this episode of The EY Podcast: CEO Outlook Series, Anna Savage, Group CFO of Fexco, joins host Jonathon Healy to talk about leading the finance function of one of Ireland's most iconic family businesses, innovating for the future while securing the present, and making a positive impact on the local community.They also discuss:·       The Fexco story and its evolution from a local foreign exchange service to a global financial services player.·       How strategic and carefully-nurtured partnerships have helped Fexco to scale internationally·       Fexco's investment into AI and how it is leading to the creation of new types of roles·       The critical importance of cybersecurity and Fexco's ‘three-pronged approach' to achieving it·       The company's target is to double, not just the value of the company over five years, but also its impact to the local community·       What Anna has learned about work-life balance, resilience and dealing with the unexpected

Welcome to part 2 of my Kerry destination specials, in conjunction with Ireland's Blue Book, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Wild Atlantic Way, which stretches 2,500 kilometres along the west coast of Ireland from Donegal to Cork. The Blue Book is also celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Today we are focusing on Kerry, probably Ireland's most famous tourist region, with an interview with Frank Slattery from Carrig Country House. If you haven't already, I'd recommend you listen to part 1 with Patrick Hanley from the Lansdowne Kenmare. I love the Blue Book because they are generally family owned and run Irish Country House Hotels, Manor Houses, castles and restaurants. You really get to see Irish hospitality at its best and the properties are generally old country houses, so you get a real sense of the history of the area you are staying in and their website is https://www.irelands-blue-book.ie. The Carrig Country House is hidden away on Caragh Lake and lies at the foot of the northern lower slopes of the MacGillycuddy's Reeks at the head of the Caragh Valley. It is a magnificent tranquil location midway between the bustling town of Killorglin to the east and the charming village of Glenbeigh and Rossbeigh Beach to the west. Check here https://carrighouse.com. If you haven't already, I'd ask you to give me a follow on whichever platform you listen to your podcasts and you will be the first to get a new episode. Fergal O'Keeffe is the host of Ireland's No.1 Travel Podcast Travel Tales with Fergal which is now listened to in 120 countries worldwide. The podcast aims to share soul-lifting travel memoirs about daydream worthy destinations. Please follow me onInstagram @traveltaleswithfergalFacebook @traveltaleswithfergalTwitter @FergalTravelYouTube @traveltaleswithfergal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Heat Doctor, David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions, joins Jerry on the first Friday of the month to answer your home heating and energy conservation questions. The slot is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

Graphite-Note, the Kerry-founded machine learning data analytics platform, has announced the closing of its Seed Investment round of €1.2 million ($1.3m), with the support of angel investors, led by Gerry Devitt, CEO Harvest Financial, and Enterprise Ireland. This investment will be used to achieve further global growth, in addition to expanding its team from its base at The RDI Hub, Killorglin. Founded in 2020 by Hrvoje Smolic, CEO, and Vinnie Lynch, CRO, Graphite Note is a no-code machine learning platform that gives businesses around the globe access to actionable insights via unique analytics. Having bootstrapped to have a presence across five continents, Graphite Note is the European leader in the space, with clients including Fexco (PACE), Katana, and Escape Agency. Its subscription-based SaaS model allows business intelligence and data analytics teams to access predictive and prescriptive analytics in minutes, rather than months, helping customers strengthen their operational efficiency, fuel their growth and achieve their business goals. Hrvoje Smolic, Co-founder and CEO at Graphite Note, noted on today's news: "The journey we have embarked on since 2020 has been laser focused on one mission - providing businesses around the world with a tool that aids them to grow. With this injection, we further advance this goal, giving companies across the globe the accessible and actionable insights they require. "While there is a sea of AI products and platforms on the market presently, we are proud to say Graphite Note is one that brings immediate, impactful and lasting results to the business intelligence and data analyst teams that utilise its capacities - we are looking to replicate the successes we have seen from our existing clients on a wider scale, and this investment ensures that we remain at the forefront of the AI revolution." Led by seasoned professionals within the data and SaaS industries, co-founders Hrvoje and Vinnie are leveraging their extensive experience in scaling ventures and first-hand knowledge of the issues currently facing businesses in relation to data science. Bridging the gap between expertise and access, the pair created an inclusive platform which harnesses highly sophisticated technology combined with a simplified, easy-to-use front-end. "I saw firsthand just how labor intensive and expensive data science can be, during my tenure as a data scientist, and the issues this has historically caused for companies - our goal is to democratise data analytics to give businesses an immediate competitive advantage. This is the future of data," added Hrvoje Smolic. Graphite Note is exemplary of achieving international success within the Irish tech ecosystem. Born out of Kerry's co-working space, The RDI Hub, the company has historically bootstrapped itself, now having inbound generated customers across five continents - The US, Europe, Asia, Australia and Africa. This investment underscores the potential of regional tech companies, as they take the global stage. "I have been in the tech space for many years, and there is one thing that has rung true for me - sales is a science. Our platform brings that science to businesses across the globe; we are delighted to have the support of Enterprise Ireland, our angel investors and other contributors to this round, who understand the value of this mission, and the importance of investing in regional tech players. "We have seen a burgeoning tech community formed in Munster in recent years, and it is one we are proud to be a part of. This is a very exciting time for us, as these partnerships only accelerate our mission," said co-founder, Vinnie Lynch. Graphite Note looks to continue scaling a global business out of Kerry, and with this investment, the team hopes to create 25 local jobs over the next two years, in roles including operations, sales, marketing and technology. See more stories here.

There is a growing body of people who think that flying is seriously bad for the environment and should be curtailed. There is talk about a tax on aviation fuel and even some sort of levy on frequent flyers. But would that work? Would it stifle economic activity and perhaps not even help the environment as planned? Speaking to Joe this morning was Cathal Foley, is the chief executive of PACE part of the Fexco group down in Killorglin. PACE stands for Platform for Analyzing Carbon Emissions.

Nicola Lynch tells Marc O'Driscoll about having to close her business Zest Cafe in Killorglin in Co. Kerry after 18 years and Adrian Cummins, CEO of the Restaurants Association of Ireland, discusses the findings of its new report that assesses the impact of a restaurant closure on the economy.

On the first Friday of the month, David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions answers your home heating and energy conservation questions. The feature is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

The RDI Hub ('the Hub'), the world-class innovation centre located in Killorglin, Co Kerry, has announced the launch of a new RDI Virtual Hub RDI hub digital community which will see it expand its offerings to corporates, SMEs, and Start-Up entrepreneurs nationwide. This innovative new virtual membership offering will build on the significant success of the RDI Hub to date, expanding its sector-agnostic offering to businesses across the country, and giving them access to mentorship, training and events, and advice on available funding supports. The RDI Virtual Hub offers a curated resource library and one-to-one coaching sessions with a diverse panel of seasoned mentors. Notable mentors include: Hugh Reynolds - Havok and Swrve Founder & ex-Apple's Special Projects and Uber's Advanced Technology Group. Jamie Heaslip - Entrepreneur, Angel Investor & Ireland Strategic Growth Lead at Stripe Rose O Sullivan - Strategic Finance Manager at Fexco specialising in commercial modelling, developing pricing strategies and helping startups navigate the complexities of financial management as they scale Members will also unlock access to a range of exclusive events and growth sessions and find out more about key initiatives such as STEM Passport for inclusion (a programme to help young women from underserved communities find potential career paths in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) DIBEST (Digital Innovation for Blue Enterprises & Social Tourism), the annual John McCarthy AI Summer School, and NDRC startup programmes to further their growth ambitions. This news comes fresh on the heels of the recent announcement that the RDI hub has partnered with Microsoft to deliver a series of AI masterclasses, which will teach members how to best leverage AI to optimise their business's productivity. The launch of the virtual hub is the latest in a series of enterprising initiatives offered by the RDI Hub - last June the Hub hosted a mortgage innovation challenge which offered €1 million in grants to stimulate innovation in the provision of mortgages in Ireland. In November last year, the Hub opened its in-house podcast facility which has since been expanded to include a full video recording studio and green screen facilities. The RDI Hub's 4th anniversary celebrates 70 new companies and 300 jobs created in the South West RDI Hub membership has gone from strength to strength and is now home to over 70 companies, ranging from start-ups and SMEs to global companies such as Glencar Construction, Axiota, Interflow Logistics and Vertex. Since 2020, over 50 new products and services have originated from the Hub, enabling the creation of more than 300 jobs. Success stories to date include Xavatar, which has just launched a first-of-its-kind metaverse-based TV show that will air to over 60 million homes in the US, and Graphite Note, an AI platform that simplifies the use of Machine Learning in analytics by helping business users to generate machine learning models without coding. Commenting on the success of the RDI Hub to date, Liam Cronin, CEO said: "Over the past four years, the RDI Hub has created a thriving ecosystem for entrepreneurship and business growth in the Southwest. Our new RDI Virtual Hub will enable us to expand this innovative spirit worldwide, by bringing together a virtual community of mentors, entrepreneurs, and innovators to share their insights and experience on a much larger scale." "We have a diverse range of members, operating across a broad range of sectors including Fintech Smart Manufacturing, Aquatech, Greentech, Sustainability AI, Robotics, and the Metaverse, creating a rich pool of expertise that will benefit businesses hugely when it comes to optimising their operations," Liam added. A monthly subscription is available for 35 euro (ex VAT) per month, with an annual subscription available for €350 (ex VAT). We are currently in phase one whereby we are onboarding our members onto the portal and plan on making it...

Our thinking has an incredibly important impact on our actions and results. But something else has a massive impact on the quality of our thinking and perspective.  That's what I explore a little today.   Show Notes:  For details on my talk in PorterShed, Galway in April 2024, please go here. For details on my talk in RDI, Killorglin, Kerry in April 2024, please go here. My new book The Inner CEO: The Inner CEO is available to buy in ebook, paperback, hardback and audio formats. All details are here: www.theinnerceo.com Get Inspired Every Monday Morning & Join The Community:  For free delivery of my weekly email join my mailing list at www.shanecradock.com Connect With Me:  Have you been inspired from something you've heard on my podcast or do you have a question?  I'd love to hear from you.  Email me at support@shanecradock.com Follow:  Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. 

Two recent experiments with clients sparked the idea for today's episode, which explores our ideas of balance and productivity when it comes to success. From my perspective the model used in business is radically out of date and there's a BIG need to re-think the way we work and live.   Show Notes:  To take part in the survey on the 'inner game of leadership and life', please go here.  For details on my talk in PorterShed, Galway in April 2024, please go here. For details on my talk in RDI, Killorglin, Kerry in April 2024, please go here.     My new book The Inner CEO: The Inner CEO is available to buy in ebook, paperback, hardback and audio formats. All details are here: www.theinnerceo.com Get Inspired Every Monday Morning & Join The Community:  For free delivery of my weekly email join my mailing list at www.shanecradock.com Connect With Me:  Have you been inspired from something you've heard on my podcast or do you have a question?  I'd love to hear from you.  Email me at support@shanecradock.com Follow:  Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. 

On the first Friday of the month, David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions answers your home heating and energy conservation questions. The feature is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

Astellas announced yesterday it is to take over the lease of the IDA facility at the Kerry Technology Park in Tralee. The Japanese multinational, which has a facility in Killorglin, is planning a €330m development in Tralee. The company predicts that 600 construction jobs will be created while it’s being built, and it will lead to over 100 permanent jobs at the plant. Jerry spoke to Fianna Fáil councillor Mikey Sheehy about the welcome news.

4 Peaks by 3 Friends for 2 Children in 1 Day Alannah and Adam Foley from Killorglin, Co.Kerry were diagnosed with and undergoing continuous treatment for Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). What is the 4 Peaks Challenge? The challenge involves scaling the highest peaks in each of Ireland's four provinces: Carrauntoohil (1040m) in Co. Kerry, Mweelrea (841m) in Co. Mayo, Slieve Donard (840m) in Co. Down, and Lugnaquilla (925m) in Co. Wicklow. While typically spread over a few days, three friends aim to conquer it within 24 hours. The hospitality trio, comprising Alannah and Adam's father, Andrew Foley, along with TJ O'Connor, a lecturer at Munster Technological University in Tralee, and Padraig McGillicuddy, Proprietor of Ballygarry Estate Hotel & Spa in Tralee take on this challenge. They share a connection through their work and passion for the hospitality industry and believe in supporting one of their own in times of need. They stand united in solidarity for a meaningful cause. Anyone who wants to donate or get involved in any way can do so at https://www.gofundme.com/f/need-for-neuro-4-peaks-challenge?qid=6ae7e6d93943044569e04bedd434154b

Kerry based Irish success story, Xavatar, has announced that its new multimedia CGI-animated, metaverse talk show, The Xavatar Show will be aired to over 64 million US homes via America's premiere arts network - Ovation TV, and family-friendly cable television network - UPtv. The Xavatar Show will be the first CGI-animated show to be broadcast straight from the metaverse. The talk show explores the impact and artistry of music in film, TV, and Broadway through enlightening conversations with globally recognised filmmakers, actors, and songwriters. The Xavatar Show will be hosted by film and television star, Colin O'Donoghue (ABC's "Once Upon a Time"), legendary indie film producer, Rose Ganguzza (Fatima, Kill Your Darlings), and Xavatar show creator Jason P. Rothberg. The high concept talk show will welcome some of the biggest names in music and film to discuss their lives, experiences, and accomplishments. Irish musician and songwriter, Paddy Casey has also joined as the musical director for the Xavatar show. Using state-of-the-art technology to take the experience one step further, the show provides a portal for viewers to actively join the talk show, allowing viewers to explore the very places the guests talk about during the show. Once inside Xavatar's metaverse, the "Xataverse," viewers can download their Xavatars and connect to the show in a new way. Initially previewed at the Cannes Film Festival in 2023, The Xavatar Show featured prominent musicians and filmmakers including David Lynch, Donovan, Elvis Costello. Based in the RDI Hub in Killorglin, Co. Kerry, Xavatar is an immersive, experiential media company bridging the worlds of technology and entertainment and leading the way to connectivity in the new media era. "I'm thrilled to be involved in this ground-breaking series", says host and executive producer, Colin O'Donoghue. "I'm delighted to have this opportunity to discuss two of my favourite topics, movies and music with fellow actors, musicians and filmmakers. "The relationship between film and music has been around since the birth of moving pictures and creating a platform that delves into the rich history and symbiotic relationship between mediums has been fascinating," says co-host and producer, Rose Ganguzza. "The Xavatar Show presents unique stories from top-level creatives, artists and legends that wonderfully showcase the interplay between these two creative mediums." "The Xavatar Show is poised to lead the way in the new digital frontier of immersive media allowing viewers to expand their horizons within the Xataverse by attending the show as their Xavatar selves on the Xavatar space station." said chief executive officer, Jason Rothberg. "These are really exciting times for individuals, like us, who deeply care about the connective tissue between music and film and how each medium progresses in a world with an increasing digital footprint." See more stories here.

That’s the view of Damian Quigg who’s running for Sinn Féin in the Killorglin Electoral Area.

David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions answers your home heating and energy conservation questions. The monthly slot is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

Over the last month listeners to Radio Kerry were invited to nominate the individuals or groups they considered made them proudest to be from Kerry over the last year. The awards are sponsored by Fexco and the 8 recipients received a specially commissioned piece by Louis Mulcahy. Ryan Griffin from Waterville was nominated by listeners for his silver medal win at the Special Olympics, and he was joined by Crotta hurlers for bringing a 55 year wait to an end and winning the County Hurling Final. Participants and host farmers in the Kerry Social Farming project were also recognised for the difference they make in our community. Lynne Fenton, Liz Fenton and Deirdre O Callaghan were nominated for the support they showed the Fenton Toms family after a devastating house fire. There was also a Local Hero award for Paddy Kevane for the work he does with St Vincent de Paul, Meals on Wheels and MABS. Deirdre Fitzgerald and the staff at the O Connell Adult Centre in Caherciveen were recognised for the support they give to those returning to education. Listeners nominated Louise Quill for her work with the Tir na n Og orphanage in Tanzania, and Billy Browne from Killorglin for the exceptional care he showed to his late son Conor which facilitated him to be cared for at home. This award also recognised the exceptional work down by family carers throughout the county. Radio Kerry General Manager, Fiona Stack said that the nominations showed how lucky we are to live in a community where so many groups and individuals step forward to help others. She congratulated the winners and the multiple other nominees, and thanked listeners for bringing their stories forward for recognition and allowing us end the year celebrating those that make us proud to be from Kerry.

Nicola Lynch spoke to Jerry about having to close her business, Zest Café in Killorglin, after 18 years.

The Heat Doctor, David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions, joins Jerry on the first Friday of the month to answer your home heating and energy conservation questions. The slot is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

Today's guest is Liam Cronin, Chief Executive Officer at RDI Hub. In this episode, Liam discusses the upcoming 4th International John McCarthy AI Summer School which takes place at the RDI Hub in Killorglin, Co Kerry, on the 7th and 8th of September. This 2 day event will include plenary lectures and roundtable discussions, on selected topics presented by leading experts in the field of Artificial Intelligence for Sustainability. Topics include: An overview of the RDI Hub and AI Summer School The partners that help support the AI Summer School What to expect across the two-day event Speakers taking part this year How to get involved with this year's AI Summer School

On the last Friday of the month, David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions, Glenbeigh answers your home-heating and energy conservation questions. The feature is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

Continuing our focus on spring salmon fishing, this week's Ireland on the Fly podcast turns its attention to the Upper Caragh Fishery in county Kerry and we speak to Mike O'Shea the fishery manager to find out about the salmon run on the system from springers right through to the summer grilse and back-end of the season. Mike also discusses the introduction of the hatchery, how that has been a success with 30% of the salmon caught coming from it and why he believes an enlightened, supplemental approach is key to its development.  Based in the spectacular Reeks district between Killorglin and Glenbeigh, even if you don't catch a fish, just going there alone is worth it for the scenery….well maybe the first time, but after that you do want to be landing a salmon or two and if you're hoping for a springer, the Upper Caragh could be the place for that. Rate, review and follow the show to keep up to date with all the latest Ireland on the Fly episodes on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.   Plus you can sign up for our newsletter on IrelandontheFly.com and get regular updates on Instagram.com/IrelandontheFly. 

Join Jerry for the last Kerry Today of the year. It’s a Christmas-themed show featuring teacher John O’Riordan and pupils Cillian Gleeson and Olivia Ross of Scoil Mhuire National School, Killorglin talking about the Christmas song and story their second class recorded. David Nelligan interviews Kerry’s new chief garda superintendent, Padraic Powell. Bernadette McMahon from Tralee tells Jerry how her brothers in Chicago are expecting temperatures of minus 30 degrees and how one’s nostril hair really freezes when it gets to temperatures like that! Radio Kerry programme co-ordinator Andrew Morrissey tells us about Radio Kerry’s Christmas schedule. Noel O’Sullivan and Oisín O’Connor who teach in St Oliver’s National School, Killarney tell Jerry about their Christmas fundraising video for Concern and how Michael Fassbender decided upon himself to get involved! Jerry also talks to Catherine Casey, manager of Adapt Kerry Women’s Refuge about another challenging year and how they are appealing to women at risk of domestic violence to contact them over Christmas. Support is available 24 hours a day. https://www.facebook.com/adaptkerrywomensrefuge/ Finally, to all of you, Jerry and the team wish you a very Happy Christmas, thank you for all your support, and may you have a wonderful New Year.  

On the first Friday of the month, David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions answers your home heating and energy conservation questions. The feature is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

On the first Friday of the month, David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions answers your home heating and energy conservation questions. The feature is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

Episode 20! It's pretty amazing that we've made it this far, given how hectic life has been over the last few months. But as autumn (just regular, lowercase-a autumn) sets in, and we have time to center ourselves a bit, we're trying to get things in order to keep bringing you Changeling content into the coming seasons. To that end, this week we're talking about Court of All Kings, the third supplement in the Immortal Eyes trilogy of setting/chronicle books, which focuses on Ireland and the fae one finds there. (A note from Pooka: I feel a bit of a fool, because I didn't realize that the lengthier show notes were getting cut off on certain podcasting platforms. Hopefully folks who were interested went on to the website in order to see the rest of what they were after, but in the interest of making everything visible to everyone, we'll try to keep things trim, or at least put the important stuff "above the fold" from now on... so for example, here's the link to our Discord: https://discord.gg/SAryjXGm5j) videos in gaeilge In the episode, we referenced an example of a monolingual Irish speaker interviewed for a documentary a number of years ago... and behold, the video. It's from In Search of the Trojan War, from 1985; the connection they make is that Irish storytelling in the oral tradition has a number of features that link it with other forms of Indo-European epic. The storyteller, Seán Ó hEinrí, passed away in 1998 and is thought to have been (possibly) the last monolingual speaker of the language. (There are plenty of other videos on YouTube if you're interested in the language and its contemporary usage. Several series of the soap Ros na Rún are on there in their entirety, and the documentary No Béarla is a pretty stark demonstration of how few people in Ireland speak Irish.) ... salmon of knowledge The sculpture known as The Big Fish in Belfast is reminiscent of the mythological salmon of knowledge: a fish who ate the hazelnuts of wisdom that fell into its pool, and was then eaten in turn (most myths say by Fionn MacCumhaill/Finn MacCool, first leader of the Fianna). Its tiles are printed with old photographs, children's drawings, snippets of maps and newspapers, and other fragments of Belfast culture: They say that kissing the fish grants one a bit of wisdom, much as kissing the Blarney Stone gives you the gift of the gab. (We can neither confirm nor deny these rumors, but please do rinse your lips carefully if you try.) In Changeling terms, this does seem like it would be some kind of powerful chimerical entity... a poll shall be posted in the Discord (link below) to decide! ... ciarán's playlist In a recent play-by-post game, Pooka had a character who was a Daireann sidhe named Ciarán that kept a "cauldronhouse" (freehold) in trust for the House, disguised as a pub in Dublin. As a character-building exercise, they created a sample playlist of songs to help set the mood. While this barely scratches the surface of the enormous variety of Irish- or Celtic-inflected music out there, it's presented here for your enjoyment, perhaps to listen to while you skim Court of All Kings—just hopefully not while you're also listening to the episode. No idea if a Spotify embed will even work on some platforms, but let's find out...! (Feel free to put this on shuffle as well, the order is pretty flexible.) ... your hosts Josh Hillerup (any pronoun) found an eighteen-leaf clover the other day, and it turns out, there is such a thing as too much luck. Pooka G (any pronoun/they) once climbed a statue of the púca goat in Killorglin, and the very earth shook with unbridled delight. ... Is fearr Gaeilge bhriste, ná Béarla cliste. (Broken Irish is better than clever English.) —Irish proverb (psst! email us at podcast@changelingthepodcast.com if you want) (support us on Patreon for additional treats at https://www.patreon.com/changelingthepodcast!)

This has been a glorious time for Irish rowing and Zoe Hyde from Killorglin is very much part of that success story. She and Sanita Puspure won bronze in the World Rowing Championships in the Czech Republic yesterday. Jerry plays an excerpt of Zoe’s interview with John Drummey on Radio Kerry’s Weekend Sport show. Jerry also speaks to Mike Fleming of Killorglin Rowing Club.

Cllr Johnny Healy-Rae says he can’t support more Ukrainian refugees coming to South Kerry as he claims the area doesn’t have the necessary health and transport infrastructure to support them and local people. Jerry also asks him about comments he made at a council meeting in which he criticised those who were concerned about the welfare of the Puck goat, which is the centrepiece of the annual Puck Fair in Killorglin.

Our final look at Palliative Care Week: The theme this year, is ‘ Living as well as possible’ Bridget O’Shea from Killorglin is one of the nurses from at the Inpatient Palliative Care Unit in Tralee. She spoke to Deirdre earlier

Professor Enda McGovern of Sacred Heart University in Connecticut says the age of mass tourism is coming to an end because of climate change. He says the current model is not sustainable and we need to change if we want to save the planet. He is speaking at the John McCarthy AI Summer School which began today in the RDI Hub in Killorglin.

RDI hub, Microsoft Ireland, Munster Technological University, The SFI ADAPT Centre for AI-Driven Digital Content Technology, Tangent (Trinity's Ideas Workspace) AI Ireland, along with new partners IT@Cork Skillnet and Kerry Tourism Industry Federation will jointly host a hybrid AI Summer School on 1st and 2nd of September 2022. This year's summer school will deep dive into the area of AI for Tourism with both core and applied research tracks. With a stellar lineup of 18 speakers from seven different countries over two half days, this will be an unmissable event, including keynotes, plenary lectures, and roundtable discussions along with networking and research colloquia. The school is aimed at professors, post-docs, PhD students, researchers and graduate students in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing and computer scientists who have an interest in statistics and Machine Learning. Why attend? Over two days you will explore cutting-edge research in AI for Tourism that is reshaping our future. Join Keynotes and roundtables with speakers from seven different countries including IT EHL Switzerland, University Of Algarve, Portugal, Sorbonne Universitiés, France, Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, Connecticut, University of Granada, Spain, Scotland and Ireland! Meet some of the greatest Professors, Post-Doc's, PhD Students and Researchers doing both Core and Applied research in the area of AI for Tourism right now. The RDI hub building is dedicated to John McCarthy as a tribute to the Stanford University computer scientist. McCarthy was one of the founders of the discipline of artificial intelligence and his father was born in Cromane, near Killorglin in Co Kerry. In the late 1950s McCarthy invented LISP which became the programming language of choice for AI applications. AI is going to have a truly transformative effect on our lives in the coming years, Already it is a discipline which has risen to prominence in terms of the personalisation of content we interact with on a daily basis online but there is so much more AI can help us achieve in the tourism space and we are looking forward to discussing its diversity with our speaker panel. Our aim is that the John McCarthy AI Summer School will become a calendar moment for the development of AI and the sharing of knowledge. RDI Hub CEO, Liam Cronin had this to say about the event: “The application of Artificial Intelligence will be a key driver of future Tourism growth in Ireland. Tourism is a huge economic sector for Kerry and we look forward to the further development and coordination of Digitalisation in the tourism sector in conjunction with possible associated new business/employment opportunities. The John McCarthy AI Summer School is a gathering of the brightest minds in AI, with this year's event taking a deep dive into the area of AI for Tourism with both core research and real-life applications as to how it is reshaping our future.” Professor Vinny Wade, Director of the SFI ADAPT Centre and Chair of Artificial Intelligence at Trinity College Dublin's School of Computer Science and Statistics, said: “Artificial Intelligence is making a significant impact on the tourism sector and the underlying technologies form part of ADAPT's key research focus. AI is helping to reinvent the tourism sector, from fintech and human behaviour analytics to augmented and mixed reality enabled scenic destinations, our researchers are looking to harness the opportunities offered by technological advances to help meet the needs of tourists and citizens. The AI Summer School is a great platform for broad engagement and we are delighted to be a founding member of this initiative.” Dr Haithem Afli, lecturer in AI at Munster Technological University, had this to say “The purpose of the John McCarthy artificial intelligence (AI) Award is to promote research in AI research done by students and foster scientific exchange between students and scienti...

The high temperatures this week has led to increased concern for the well-being of King Puck, the mountain goat, who forms the centrepiece of the ancient Puck Fair gathering in Killorglin. A new goat is crowned King Puck every year and is placed on a 50 feet high platform. Organisers say the animal is always treated with great care, is given plenty of food and water, and subjected to regular checks by a vet. Critics say it’s cruel and that an effigy of the animal could be placed on the platform. They say the heat has exacerbated their concerns. Jerry speaks to Harry McDaid of the Kerry SPCA, the animal welfare organisation and to Deputy Danny Healy-Rae. Yesterday, King Puck was taken down from the platform. After the show, the organisers of Puck Fair confirmed that the goat was put back on the platform last evening but that today he is back in the shade with plenty of cold water and food, and that his hourly veterinary checks continue.

The King Puck goat has been taken down from its pedestal at the Puck Fair in Killorglin due to animal welfare concerns. In a statement, the festival said the wild goat was taken down due to the current “unprecedented spells of hot, sunny weather”. It said animal welfare is its highest priority and the goat is now being kept in the shade with cold water and food. Gerry Boland is a Vegan Activist & Animal Rights Campaigner & spoke to Ali today.

The hot weather has prompted a last-minute plea to stop Puck Fair in Killorglin, Kerry displaying a live goat in a cage. Traditionally a wild goat spends 3 days & 3 nights on top of a 50-foot stand. The goat may be given a fan to keep him cool as temperatures rise. Animal Rights activist John Carmody joined Ali to discuss.

On the first Friday of the month, David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions answers your home heating and energy conservation questions. The feature is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

AIB plans to end cash transactions and remove ATMs in its branches in Cahersiveen, Castleisland, Dingle, Kenmare and Killorglin, and in Abbeyfeale in West Limerick. Jerry speaks to Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, John Francis Flynn from Killorglin, and to councillors Charlie Farrelly, Cathal Foley, Breandán Fitzgerald, and Norma Moriarty.

David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions answers your heating and energy conservation questions on the first Friday of every month. If you’ve a question for David, email: kerrytoday@radiokerry.ie. The feature is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

Thomas O’Sullivan devised a new loop walk near Killorglin in The Reeks District. The Centenary Loop Walk can truly be described as a time loop walk featuring the area’s myths and legends, events from the revolutionary period, and the glory of the railway which closed in 1960.

David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions, Glenbeigh answers your home heating and energy conservation questions on the first Friday of the month. The feature is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

Alex Moiseve worked in Kerry a few years ago before returning to his native Ukraine with his wife and two sons. When the Russians invaded, the Moiseves fled their homeland and made their way back to Killorglin, with help from their friends.

A few weeks back I was talking about the Puck Fair in Killorglin, Co Kerry, in the southwest of Ireland. For those of you not familiar with the fair, essentially is a Lughnasadh adjacent festival where a wild billy goat is caught on the mountainside the goat is brought back to the town, and the Queen of Puck, traditionally a schoolgirl from one of the local primary schools crowns him King Puck. They are then paraded around the town looking down on their subjects from a kind of mobile tower that looks a lot like a medieval siege tower without the protective cladding to the delight of a rapturous crowd. It reads a bit like the start of a folk horror screenplay, doesn't it? And to be fair, it should because there is some pretty heavy pagan fertility symbolism laced through this event. There are some adult themes in the show as we also get into overlordship or Kingship depended upon male claimant making love to the territorial goddess and some of the wilder accounts of Kingship rites as laid out by Giraldus of Wales, that involve the consumption of the marriage to the land in its most literal sense. . Show Notes: Puck https://puckfair.ie https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jlq9z1hnH7I https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2zCRh78StwY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqD8MZHC5Lw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhmLF0r2nEw https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Margaret_Murray Anu https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230841.Mythic_Ireland https://exemplore.com/paganism/The-Magic-of-The-Morrigan-Alluring-Anu https://thenewpagan.wordpress.com/2013/10/31/danu-great-mother/ Geraldus of Wales https://twitter.com/erik_kaars/status/1243884746280747008?s=20 http://www.yorku.ca/inpar/topography_ireland.pdf Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/spiritbox TWITTER - https://twitter.com/spiritbox3 SUPPORT - https://www.patreon.com/spiritbox PODCAST - https://anchor.fm/spirit-box Music by Obliqka --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spirit-box/message

jQuery(document).ready(function(){ cab.clickify(); }); Original Podcast with clickable words https://tinyurl.com/yafvt32q Road closures for rainfall. Bóithre dúnta daithle thuairt bháistí. Several roads in Co Cork are flooded this morning after heavy rain fell in the region overnight. Tá roinnt bóithre i gCo Chorcaí faoi uisce ar maidin tar éis na fearthainne troime a thit sa réigiún i gcaitheamh na hoíche. More rain is on the way and Met Éireann estimates it will be as deep as 80 millimeters in places. Tá tuilleadh báistí ar an mbealach agus measann Met Éireann go mbeidh sí chomh domhain le 80 milliméadar in áiteanna. Wind speeds will also be up to 100 kilometers per hour. Beidh luas suas le 100 ciliméadar san uair faoin ngaoth chomh maith. A weather alert with orange status has been issued for four counties in Munster - Kerry, Cork, Waterford and Tipperary. Tá fógra aimsire a bhfuil stádas flannbhuí leis eisithe do cheithre chontae i gCúige Mumhan - Ciarraí, Corcaigh, Port Láirge agus Tiobraid Árann. The announcement will last until 9 o'clock tonight. Mairfidh an fógra go dtí 9 a chlog anocht. A weather warning with a yellow status lasting until 6pm has been issued for the whole country. Tá fógra aimsire a bhfuil stádas buí leis a mhairfeas go dtí 6 a chlog tráthnóna eisithe don tír ar fad. Water barriers have been erected along the Blackwater at Mallow and Fermoy in Co Cork, and the County Council has installed pumps to Bantry, Dunmanway, Skibbereen, Bandon and Clonakilty. Tá bacainní uisce curtha suas ar feadh na Dubhabhann i Mala agus i Mainistir Fhear Maí i gCo Chorcaí, agus tá caidéil curtha ag an gComhairle Contae chuig Beanntraí, Dún Mánmhaí, an Sciobairín, Droichead na Bandan agus Cloich na Coillte. Cork City Council says the Lee is likely to spill over its banks at various times today. Deir Comhairle Cathrach Chorcaí gur cosúil go sceithfidh an Laoi thar a bruacha ag tráthanna éagsúla inniu. They say the Defense Forces are in control and are providing sandbags to the public. Deir siad go bhfuil Óglaigh na hÉireann faoina réir agus go bhfuil málaí gainimh á gcur ar fáil acu don phobal. In Co Kerry, only one of the lanes of the N72 road at Fossa between Killarney and Killorglin is open due to flooding there. I gCo Chiarraí, níl ach ceann de lánaí bhóthar an N72 oscailte ag an bhFosadh idir Cill Airne agus Cill Orglain de bharr tuilte ansin. Kerry County Council is helping people in areas that have already been severely affected by flooding. Tá Comhairle Contae Chiarraí ag cabhrú le daoine i gceantair a bhí buailte go dona ag tuilte cheana. In Dublin, Wellwood Road in Tallaght is closed after trees fell on both sides of the route. I mBaile Átha Cliath, tá Bóthar Choill Tobair i dTamhlacht dúnta tar éis do chrainn titim ar dhá thaobh an bhealaigh.

Kerry TD Michael Healy Rae will not force customers to wear masks or facing coverings in his shop as they become mandatory today. Mr Healy Rae said he will encourage people to wear them but said he will not become an “enforcer” and neither will his staff. Speaking on Independent.ie's Floating Voter podcast, he said: “We are not going to be saying to a person 'you've no mask on, you can't be in the shop.'” “It won't happen in my shop and the vast majority of shops in Ireland. People working in the shops have enough to be doing just to do their own roles,” he added. Mr Healy Rae runs a Mace supermarket and filling station in his hometown of Killorglin. In a wide-ranging interview Mr Healy Rae also said: - He would accept a local lockdown in Kerry because the “rules are the rule”. - But public health experts don't have a “monopoly on being right” when it comes to pubs. - The new government has been an “unmitigated disaster”. - The sacking of Barry Cowen as Agriculture Minister was “wrong”. - Education Minister Norma Foley is a “formidable operator”. - And landlords are being “demonised” by certain TDs. Mr Healy Rae siad it is “remarkable” that pubs are still closed when around 100,000 people flew into Ireland from abroad last week. “That in itself was an anomaly and is something of great consternation to a lot of people,” he said. The long serving deputy said the Government should introduce testing and quarantine for all travellers arriving here as they have in New Zealand where there has been no new coronavirus case in over 100 days. Mr Healy-Rae said it is “counterproductive” to public health to keep pubs closed because people are not congregating in a smaller number of licenced premises. He also said the ban had led to emergence of sheebens in rural communities along with house parties and increased off-licence sales. He said his brother Danny's pub has remained closed throughout the pandemic as he does not serve food. Mr Healy-Rae says “common sense” outweighs advice from the National Public Health Emergency Team's (Npeht) guidance on the reopening of pubs. “No one has a monopoly on being right about everything at all times and I think they're wrong on this occasion,” he added. He said the new coalition government has been an “unmitigated disaster” that has “lunged from crisis to crisis”. He said Taoiseach Micheal Martin is a very experienced TD and expected him to be “more sure footed” when he took office. “The way I would describe the Government is that they are waking up everyone morning and what they are doing is they are literally wetting their finger and they are seeing which way the wind is blowing,” he added. He said the sacking of Barry Cowen over his drink driving case was handled “badly and poorly” by the Taoiseach. “I don't think it warranted him being forced out of the position that he had. I know an awful lot of people around the country certainly didn't agree with it,” he added. Mr Healy Rae said he was glad Kerry had a minister at the Cabinet table in Norma Foley and criticised those who describe he has an inexperienced TD. He also warned TDs against criticising landlords because they will leave the market and there will be less tenancies for renters. He said there is no money in the rental business if you are starting now.

Hello, Lovelies! This week Tiffany gets WAY took excited about a random festival and Ashley is WAY not impressed about it. Ever heard of the Puck Festival held yearly in Ireland? Apparently, instead of discussing the history of St. Patrick's day, Tiffany decided to talk about the Puck Festival! This festival, occurring yearly at Killorglin, County Kerry, Ireland, quickly makes Ashley question why he friends are the way they are. Basically... a goat is captured and placed on a pedestal until the end of the festival. Confused? Same. Merch: https://theladiesofstrange.com/merch/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theladiesofstrange Links to our social media and other fun stuff: https://www.theladiesofstrange.com/links/